Tom Columbus
About Tom Columbus
Tom Columbus is the Lead Product Designer at Expedia Group, with over 12 years of experience in UX design across various industries and platforms.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Tom Columbus serves as the Lead Product Designer at Expedia Group, a position he has held since 2019. Located in the Greater Seattle Area, he oversees the design strategy and execution for various initiatives within the company. In this role, he utilizes his extensive background in user experience and interaction design to develop innovative solutions that enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
Previous Experience at TEAGUE
In 2019, Tom Columbus worked as a Senior Interaction Designer on a contract basis at TEAGUE. His time at this renowned design and innovation consultancy lasted five months. Based in the Greater Seattle Area, his work involved designing and implementing user experiences that bridge the gap between digital and physical interfaces.
Tenure at Google
From 2017 to 2018, Tom Columbus was employed as a Senior Interaction Designer at Google. During his one-year tenure, he led UX strategy, interaction, and visual design for an early-stage consumer research program. His contributions helped shape the user experience for various Google applications, enhancing their functionality and user-friendliness.
Position at Blink UX
Tom Columbus held the role of Senior Interaction Designer at Blink UX from 2015 to 2017. During these two years in the Greater Seattle Area, he was responsible for creating user-centered designs for a variety of clients. His work contributed to the development of intuitive and effective user interfaces across multiple platforms and touchpoints.
Experience with Vertafore and Pearson Education
Tom Columbus worked as a Senior User Experience Designer at Vertafore from 2014 to 2015 in Bothell, WA. Before that, he spent a decade at Pearson Education in Chandler, Arizona, serving as a Senior User Experience Designer from 2004 to 2014. At Pearson, he focused on designing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other educational tools, leveraging his expertise in SaaS and machine learning to improve user experiences.
Educational Background and Expertise
Tom Columbus achieved his Bachelor's degree in Multimedia with an emphasis on Digital Animation Production from the University of Advancing Technology, where he studied from 2002 to 2004. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Computer Animation and Production from the Art Institute of Phoenix, graduating in 1999 after two years of study. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in digital animation, UX strategy, and interaction design.
Designing for Diverse Audiences
Throughout his career, Tom Columbus has designed applications, physical experiences, augmented reality, and 3D interactions for both consumer and enterprise audiences. His work spans a wide range of industries and user needs, showcasing his versatility and adaptability in creating effective user experiences.